Updated . As of today, the top five picks in FanRanked's dynasty startup superflex consensus are 1. Josh Allen (QB, BUF), 2. Bijan Robinson (RB, ATL), 3. Ja'Marr Chase (WR, CIN), 4. Jahmyr Gibbs (RB, DET), 5. Jaxon Smith-Njigba (WR, SEA), based on the aggregated consensus of independent expert dynasty boards with the FantasyCalc trade market beside every rank. The board refreshes as sources publish new lists.
Startup draft rankings for new dynasty leagues, aggregated from independent expert dynasty boards with the FantasyCalc trade market beside every rank. Superflex and 1QB are separate boards — switch formats on the page. Practice with the free startup mock draft simulator, check the rookie rankings, or price early trade offers with the dynasty trade calculator.
A startup is the first draft of a brand-new dynasty league: every veteran and rookie is available at once, usually 25 to 30 rounds deep. Unlike a redraft board, startup rankings price multi-year value — age, contract situation, and long-term role all count.
The classic split is win-now versus youth-build. Contenders buy proven veterans at a discount from managers chasing youth; rebuilders trade back for rookie picks and target players under 25. Either way, draft off a format-correct board — superflex startup boards differ radically from 1QB.
Most startups include the upcoming rookie class or draft future rookie picks directly. Check the rookie class on the dynasty rookie rankings, and practice the whole thing in the free startup mock draft simulator.